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An exploration of how selecting different materials, textures, and substrates combined with playing with the design concepts of line, contrast, scale, emphasis, color, volume and texture can impact the end result of the design. 8 quilts each with a multitude of color way options, illustrate how each design decision can impact the direction of a quilt. Projects range from table runners to full sized quilts each encouraging readers to play with design possibilities to create unique quilts of their own. A selection of 8 graphic quilts explores the impact that different textures and materials have on the same design. Hand quilting, needle-turn applique, thoughtful design choices and experimentation replace the fast and easy counterparts found in many pattern books. The author will take readers from sketch, to experimentation, to final result all shot on location at her inspirational Florida studio. Carolyn has a loyal following as a successful and established pattern designer, award winning quilter and a fabric designer for Robert Kaufman.
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Join popular quilter and fabric designer, Carolyn Friedlander, on an exploration of how different substrates combined with the design concepts of line, contrast, scale, emphasis, color, volume and texture can impact the finished quilt. Carolyn introduces readers to her unique approach to quilt making including her slow-sewing techniques: big-stitch embroidery, needle-turn applique, wholecloth quilting and traditional piecing methods. Eight quilts, each with a multitude of colorway options, illustrate how every design decision impacts the direction of a quilt. Projects range from small coasters and table runners to full-size quilts, each encouraging readers to play with design possibilities discussed to create personalized quilts of their own.
Title: Savor Each Stitch: Studio Quilting with Mindful Design
ISBN Number: 1940655013
ISBN-13: 9781940655017
Location Published: USA, Lucky Spool Media: 2014
Binding: Soft cover
Book Condition: New
Size: 25.4 x 20.2 x 0.9 cm
Kg: 1.00 Kg
Type: Book
Categories: Quilting & Patchwork
Seller ID: 001916
